AIDS (Acquired Immune Deficiency Syndrome): state of helplessness in the body caused by the HIV virus. The virus attacks the body's defense system, leaving it vulnerable to all kinds of infections.

Athlete's Foot: fungus infection that affects the feet and that is manifested by example with itching and irritation in the area.

Avian influenza: occurring infectious disease caused by a virus that affects birds.

Balanitis: inflammation of the glans. Often due to the presence of viral or bacterial infection.

Balanopostitis: see balanitis.

Botulism: food poisoning usually caused by the intake of foods packaged in cans in poor condition. It is very serious and can lead to death. It manifests itself with vomiting, difficulty in vision, impaired speech and weakness of the limbs, among other things.

Bronchitis: Inflammation of the airways. It usually due to infections caused by viruses or bacteria. It causes cough and expectoration.

Brucellosis: infectious disease caused by the ingestion or contact with Bruccella. This bacterium can be found for example in the dairy or cattle. Among his most characteristic symptoms are fever, excessive sweating and joint pain.

Bubonic Plague: bacterial disease spread by fleas. The symptoms are fever, headache and the general weakening of the body. The bacteria attack the lymphatic system, causing the death of the lymph reaching.

Cold: mild infectious disease that affects the upper respiratory tract. Produces cough, and mucus blockage of the nostrils, among other possible symptoms.

Common Cold: See cold.

Cystitis: Inflammation of the bladder caused by an infection. It can cause pain, fever and even lead to the presence of blood in the urine.

Cholera: infectious disease that affects the intestines and causes severe diarrhea. It usually occurs through the ingestion of water contaminated with this bacteria.

Dengue: infectious viral disease transmitted by mosquitoes typically tropical regions. It is characterized by high fever and severe headaches and joints.

Diphtheria: infectious bacterial disease that usually affects children, especially in poor countries. There are two types: it affects the nose and throat and that affects the skin.

Dysentery: infectious disease that is spread by contact or ingestion of food. Its main symptoms are inflammation of the colon, diarrhea accompanied by blood, severe abdominal pain and cramps.

Disease kiss: viral disease that is spread through saliva. Provoca entre otras cosas fiebre, inflamación de los ganglios y faringitis. Causes including fever, inflammation of the lymph nodes and sore throat.

Ebola: contagious viral disease that causes fever, pain and bleeding. Severely Affects certain organs such as the liver or spleen.

Ebola fever: see ebola.

Escarlatina: enfermedad infecciosa bacteriana que provoca fiebre, aparición de numerosas manchas rojas y dolor de garganta. Scarlet Fever: infectious bacterial disease that causes fever, appearance of numerous red spots and sore throat.

Fabismo: disease caused by ingestion or inhalation of certain kinds of beans. Causes including fever, diarrhea and anemia.

Furuncle: infection of a hair follicle (hair). Appears inflammation and flushed with pus.

Gastroenteritis: stomach infection that usually causes diarrhea and / or vomiting.

Gingivitis: inflammation of the gums caused by infection. It can cause bleeding in the same spot.

Gonorrhea: bacterial sexually transmitted disease. If you do not receive proper treatment, can lead to serious consequences such as infertility, in the case of women.

Hepatitis: disease that produces inflammation in the liver. You may have a bacterial or viral origin. There are different types of hepatitis with different severity.

Herpes: skin disease virus that usually manifests itself with the appearance of skin lesions such as blisters in the affected areas.

Histoplasmosis: infectious disease caused by a fungus called histoplasma. Afecta y daña sobre todo a los pulmones. It affects and damages mainly to the lungs.

Influenza: contagious viral disease, which arises especially in winter periods. Among its symptoms are usually fever, cough, headache and throat.

Infection: presence in the body of players outside him as viruses or bacteria.

Kala-Azar: infectious tropical disease transmitted by the bites of mosquitoes. PIt normally animals like dogs. It causes fever, enlarged spleen, diarrhea and other potential complications.

Laryngitis: inflammation of the larynx because of a viral or bacterial infection. Its symptoms include hoarseness, cough and sometimes fever.

Legionella: bacterium that causes an infectious disease that affects the respiratory system. Infectious disease caused by the legionella bacteria. Afecta principalmente al sistema respiratorio. It affects primarily the respiratory system.

LLeprosy: bacterial infectious disease. It manifests itself mainly in skin patches and nodules.

Lymphogranuloma: sexually transmitted disease that begins with the appearance of lesions or sores on the genitals and then swelling of the lymph groin.

Listeriosis: infectious disease caused by a bacteria called listeriaIt's health problems in people sensitive as elderly or pregnant.

Lyme disease: infectious disease caused by the bite of a tick. Initially begins with stains on the skin, but may be complicated but it is due.

Malta fever: see brucellosis.

Malaria: infectious disease caused by certain parasites. Es endémica en algunos países africanos. It is endemic in some African countries. It produces fever, anemia, headache and nausea, among other things.

Measles: viral disease that manifests itself with onset of fever and rash all over the body.

Meningitis: inflammation of the meninges because of a bacterial infection. There are different types and their severity varies. In the worst cases can cause significant brain damage.

Mononucleosis: see disease kiss.

Mumps: contagious disease caused by a virusIt is characterized by an increase in the salivary glands located at the bottom of the mouth. n men may be complicated and lead to problems of infertility.

Nocardiosis: pulmonary infection caused by a type of fungus. It can affect other parts of the body such as the skin and brain.

Osteomielitis: inflammation of the bones with infectious origin. According to the forecast cause and symptoms are different.

Otitis: ear inflammation caused by the presence of an infectious agent viral and bacterial.

Papillomavirus: type of virus that is transmitted by contactThey cause injury as warts. They can affect different areas. Algunos son de transmisión sexual. Some are sexually transmitted.

Pertussis: infection of the respiratory system that is characterized by the presence of cough continuously. If left untreated can have serious complications.

Pharyngitis: inflammation of the pharynx because of a viral or bacterial infection. Its symptoms can be the sore throat, fever and discomfort in swallowing food.

Pneumonia: pulmonary infection. It usually begins as a cold, but it tends to worsen with symptoms such as fever, chest pain or pain breathing.

Polio: infectious viral disease which usually does not manifest symptoms. You can get to cause muscle paralysis.

Rabies: acute viral disease that affects many animals mammals. It is usually spread by the bite of an infected animal or other contact with his saliva.

Rheumatic fever: disease caused by a bacterial infection. It usually appears after having suffered a specific type of pharyngitis. It affects various organs, including the heart and joints.

Rubella: viral disease that affects the respiratory system. It manifests itself with the appearance of spots throughout the body. It can cause complications in pregnant women, because it can harm the fetus and cause it develops Congénito of Rubella Syndrome which can result in gaps or malformations.

Salmonellosis: bacterial infection that usually transmit via food in a poor state such as eggs. Its main symptoms are fever and gastroenteritis.

Scabies: contagious skin disease caused by a mite. Se manifiesta con la aparición de pequeñas manchas en la piel. It manifests itself with the appearance of small spots on the skin.

Sepsis: a set of symptoms presented in the agency because of the suffering of a serious infectious disease.

Septicemia: serious bacterial disease in the bloodIn many cases it appears as a result of the existence of another infection in the body.

Syphilis: bacterial sexually transmitted disease that is not always a clear symptoms. Injuries may occur in the mouth and nodules.

Sinusitis: inflammation of the paranasal sinuses in the nostrils. It can be acute or chronic It causes nasal obstruction, shortness of breath and headache.

Teniasis: infection caused by a parasite had called. The infection can be acquired from other tracks by eating raw meat from animals that have.

Tetanus: acute bacterial disease that attacks the nervous system. Normally purchased via wounds with oxidized material.

Tifus: bacterial disease transmitted by the bite of fleas, mostlyIt manifests itself with a high fever and severe headaches.

Tinea: contagious disease of the skin caused by a fungus that is manifested with stains usually in several areas of the body. Infection occurs through contact with a person or a cat spread.

Tonsillitis: inflammation of the tonsils (sore throat), which is manifested by the presence of a sore throat and other symptoms such as fever. It usually due to bacterial or viral infections.

Toxoplasmosis: infection caused by a fungus in contact with animals like cats or by eating undercooked meat. It occurs most at risk when it comes to pregnant women, because it can lead to various infections in the fetus.

Trichinosis: infection which is transmitted through the intake of meat from infected animals, mainly pigs. Es una enfermedad incurable. It is an incurable disease.

TB: infectious disease that spreads through the air. Some people infected do not develop symptoms, others yes. Among the major complications are the damage in the lungs and bones.

Urinary Infection: see cystitis.

Varicella: viral disease common in children and more problematic in adults. It manifests itself with the appearance of grain over the body, fever and feeling unwell.

Verruca: mole, or lump stain that appears on the skin caused by a virus.

Yellow Fever: infectious viral disease transmitted through the bite of a mosquito. Its symptoms are: headache, muscle discomfort, fever and vomiting. Damaging the kidney and heart.